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BV53 YML

2003 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

40,474 mi
Last recorded40,474 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Alto41,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 YML
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 40,474 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 40,747 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded chassis at compensator (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 19 May 2015 37,891 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres are perished

Pass 28 Apr 2014 34,823 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 May 2013 31,978 miles

exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

nearside front tyre perished within treads

offside rear tyre perrished within treads

Pass 10 Jul 2012 29,990 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 29,990 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 25,048 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front disc corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2010 19,560 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 19,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 17 Aug 2009 12,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 12,563 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 11,249 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 11,249 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 8,840 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 6,650 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Alto?

Based on 1,154,186 MOT tests across 84,341 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,909
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
84,341
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 33,718
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26,073
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,495
brake binding 15,456
Stop lamp not working 14,627
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BV53 YML is a 2003 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 41,530 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Alto fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 33,718 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV53 YML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Alto typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV53 YML registered?

BV53 YML is a 2003 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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